Psalms 78:34

Assamese - 2019 (ইণ্ডিয়ান ৰিভাইচ ভাৰচন (IRV) আচামিচ - 2019)

তেওঁ তেওঁলোকক বধ কৰাৰ পাছত বাকী লোকসকলে তেওঁক বিচাৰিলে; তেওঁলোকে মন পালটালে আৰু আগ্রহেৰে সৈতে তেওঁক বিচাৰিলে।

What Does This Mean?

This verse from Psalms tells us that when God allowed hardships to come upon people, they started to seek Him again and asked for His help. The speaker is reflecting on how people only turn to God when they are in trouble.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a favorite toy, and you only play with it when you're bored of everything else. This verse is like that, but with God. People only remember to ask for help from God when they're in trouble, just like you play with your toy when you don't know what else to do.

Historical Background

Psalm 78 was written by Asaph, a Levite and a singer in the temple. It was likely composed during the time of King David or Solomon, reflecting on the history of Israel and their relationship with God. The psalm is addressing the people of Israel, encouraging them to remember God's faithfulness.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, this verse can remind us to stay close to God even when life is good. For example, a person might start reading the Bible and praying only after losing a job or facing a health crisis, but it's better to maintain a strong relationship with God during all times.

Topics

• prayer
• repentance
• God's faithfulness
• human nature
• troubled times
• seeking God

Related Verses

• Exodus 14:10-14
• Isaiah 26:16
• Jonah 2:1-2
• Luke 15:11-24
• 1 Peter 3:12

Frequently Asked Questions

What does it mean when it says 'slew them'?

It means that God allowed difficult circumstances or hardships to come upon the people, which led them to seek Him again.

Can you explain the phrase 'enquired early after God'?

This means that when the people faced trouble, they quickly turned to God for help and guidance, seeking His intervention.

Why do people only seek God in times of trouble?

People often seek God during tough times because they realize their own limitations and the need for divine help, which is a common human tendency.

How can we apply this verse to our daily lives?

We can apply this verse by maintaining a close relationship with God even when our lives are stable and not just in times of crisis, ensuring we're always seeking His guidance and wisdom.